SAM #FA527027R0008

Market Research for Construction of 10 Earth Covered Magazines in Okinawa, Japan

The Department of the Air Force is gathering market-research input for a potential project to construct Earth Covered Magazines (ECMs) in Okinawa, Japan. - Opportunity: Sources Sought / market research by the 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS/PKC); this is not a formal solicitation or commitment to award. - Potential scope: Construction of 10 ECMs, including reinforced-concrete floors, walls, and roof slabs; blast-resistant doors and components; earth-cover backfilling and grading; lightning protection; grounded electrical infrastructure; and structural and perimeter security features. - Associated work: The attached questionnaire also describes potential demolition, site preparation, utilities, paving, and environmental abatement. Final requirements and quantities for these activities are not specified. - What interested contractors should provide: A capability statement and completed questionnaire covering company and registration information, relevant experience, ability to operate in Japan/Okinawa, delivery approaches, contracting options, risks, and information needed to support competition. - Anticipated timeframe: The questionnaire identifies a potential project timeframe of 2027–2029; specific performance dates and duration are not provided. - Vendors and products: No OEMs, vendors, or product part numbers are identified.

Description

Introduction & Purpose

The Department of the Air Force, through the 18th Contracting Squadron (18 CONS/PKC), is issuing this Sources Sought announcement to conduct market research. The primary objective is to identify qualified contractors with the specialized capabilities required for the construction of 10 Earth Covered Magazines (ECMs) at Okinawa, Japan. 

This notice is for planning and market research purposes only. It does not constitute a formal solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), or an invitation for bid, nor does it represent a commitment or obligation by the U.S. Government to award a contract. 

2. Scope of Work & Project Requirements

The intended outcome of this project is to deliver robust, blast-resistant storage infrastructure that satisfies stringent U.S. military safety and security standards for munitions and explosives handling. 

The scope of construction involves engineering and building ten (10) standard or specialized ECMs, which include:

Reinforced Concrete Structures: Engineering and pouring heavy-duty reinforced concrete floors, structural walls, and integrated roof slabs.  Blast-Mitigation Engineering: Installing reinforced steel blast doors and blast-resistant components designed to mitigate internal or external explosion risks.  Earth Cover Operations: Backfilling and grading a dense earth cover layer over the top and sides of the concrete shell to optimize safety and containment parameters. 

System Integrations: Installing specialized lightning protection systems (LPS), grounded electrical infrastructure, and robust perimeter/structural security components.

3.  Requested Responses

Interested contractors possessing the capabilities to perform this localized work in Okinawa should submit the attached questionnaire. Responses must be comprehensive and include the following information:

Company Profile: Official company name, physical address, point of contact details, DUNS number / Unique Entity ID (UEI), and active registration status on SAM.gov

4. Submission Instructions

Please submit all Capability Statements, and questionnaire (attachment) electronically via email to the 18 CONS/PKC point of contact listed on the SAM.gov Notice.

Additional POC Nick Apsens 18 CONS PKC 634-5843

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